FAQ

Gabapentin is typically given to pets before veterinary appointments to reduce anxiety or manage pain, usually 1 to 2 hours prior to the visit.

Gabapentin may cause side effects such as drowsiness, loss of coordination, and gastrointestinal upset, and can be risky if misused or abruptly discontinued.

Gabapentin should be given to pets as prescribed by a veterinarian, typically before stressful events or to manage chronic pain or anxiety.

Gabapentin can cause side effects such as sedation, ataxia, and gastrointestinal upset, and may interact with other medications or mask underlying conditions.

The duration a dog should be on gabapentin depends on the condition being treated and the veterinarian's assessment, often ranging from days to several weeks or longer.

Yes, gabapentin and carprofen can be given together to dogs under veterinary supervision.

The most common side effect of gabapentin in dogs is sedation or drowsiness.

Vets prescribe gabapentin for dogs mainly to manage pain, especially nerve-related pain, and to reduce anxiety and seizures.

Gabapentin is commonly prescribed to dogs for managing chronic pain, especially neuropathic pain, and as an adjunct to control seizures.

Yes, Great Pyrenees dogs tend to bark a lot, primarily due to their instincts as livestock guardians.